Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Odor from the Heater and A/C Unit

Possible Concerns

  Note The A/C system is functioning correctly when the air flowing from the instrument panel vents has a temperature of 70C or lower. ...

Odor from Evaporator or Heat Exchanger?

  Fishy smell –  From leak at cooling system of engine or of A/C system heater core.   Note ...

Other materials:

Test Requirements
Radiator and condenser are clean (clean if necessary). The ribbed belt for the A/C compressor and alternator tensioned correctly. All air ducts, covers and seals are OK and installed correctly. ...

Notes on towing
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Tow rope or tow bar It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope if you do not have a tow bar. The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles. It is advisab ...

O-Ring
  Caution Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing additives can cause damage or malfunctions in the system. Only use tools and materials approved by the manufactu ...